Events begin Friday at 7pm with a free concert by Deadwood Groove. Saturday starts with a Poker Run at 11am a motorcycle show, biker games and more. Saturday evening, attend the Oulaws: Part II concert at 7pm in the park. Purchase tickets for $15 from calicorock.us.facebook.com/rocknriverrally or at the door. For more info call 870-656-4016

Friday and Saturday 24-25, 2015

What: 28th Annual Spring fest Festival

When: April 24-25, 2015

Where: Spring Park Heber Spring

Spring Park will be filled with arts & crafts, fun activities for the kids, the always popular Butterfly Pavilion, live music, festival foods, and much more. Pet lovers can enter their canine friends in the Pooches with Panache dog contest. There will be two great car shows; classic cars and motorcycles on the Courthouse lawn and Volkswagens in Spring Park. And you don’t want to miss the first ever Red River Ram Concert Series featuring Kasey Smith and Shelby Lee Lowe Friday and Saturday night at 7pmin the Spring Park Amphitheatre. Spring fest is fun for the whole family! Admission to the Springfest Festival and the Red River Ram Concert Series is free.

Saturday 25, 2015

What: 25th annual Buddy Bass Tournament

When: April 25, 2015 7-3

Where: Box Hound Marina, Horseshoe Bend

Will benefit the Friends of Horseshoe Bend Animals, held on 640 acre Crown Lake in Horseshoe Bend. Entry fees will be $50 per boat (2 person maximum in boat). There will be an optional Big Bass entry of $5 per person.

Saturday 25, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

When: April 25, 2015 10-12

Where: Suite C in the Josephine Ray Rogers Center located in the front part of White River Medical Center

A representative from Teva Pharmaceuticals, makers of Azilect, a drug used for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease will be in attendance, with printed information on the disease to be distributed to the attendees. They will also be providing refreshments for this event. All patients, caregivers, family and friends are encouraged to attend. For more information call 870-793-0067

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Anderson’s Promise Land Therapeutic Horse Ranch Fund Raiser

When: April 25, 2015 4pm

Where: 570 Kyler Road Batesville

This is the only fund raiser that the ranch has per year. Soup and Chili beans and cornbread, served from 4-6 and the a pie auction starts.

Saturday 25, 2015

What: 2nd annual “Better Days Ahead” 5K Poker run/walk

When: April 25, 2015 11am

Where: Mountain View High School

Stone county Abuse Prevention Center is sponsoring the run/walk. Individual and team relay categories and the best hand wins a $100.00 gift card so come help support the victims of domestic violence, help raise community awareness. For more information call 870-269-9027

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Main Street Batesville Block Party

When: April 25, 2015 1

Where: Main Street Batesville

Main Street Batesville will celebrate the completion of the first block of the new downtown streetscape with a full day of free community activities. There will be several activities happening downtown starting at 1pm. There will be free carriage rides, a street dance, and much more. 1-3 music on Main Street, 3:15 Dedication of first block of the new streetscape and ribbon cutting in front of the old Gray’s Hospital, 4-5:30 Open mic on the Pocket Park stage, 7pm Street dance featuring music by Danny Dozier and the Lockhouse Orchestra Band.

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Primitive fish Trap Workshop

When: April 25, 2015 10-12

Where: Jacksonport State Park

Ever wonder how to catch a fish when you don’t have a hook, line, and skinker? You are in luck because you can learn that skill. Reservations are required for this workshop and must be made at least 2 day in advance. Reservations will not be taken after 3pm on April 23rd. This workshop is limited to a minimum of 6 participants and a maximum of 10 participants. Call the park for more information at 870-523-2143

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Words Matter

When: April 25, 2015 10:30am

Where: Arts Center of North Arkansas in Cherokee Village mall

Bring pencil, paper, there is no cost, presented by Cheri Lynn Quattrichi. For more information call 870-257-5742

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Macy’s Stroll and Roll Benefit walk

When: April 25, 2015 9

Where: Riverside Park

Batesville Kiwanis and Macy’s Miracle will host Macy’s Stroll and Roll Benefit. All proceeds will benefit research for Angelman Syndrome. The event will conclude with activities from Keller’s Bounce Houses, a petting zoo, performances by West Magnet Dance Team and more. On-site registration will begin at 9 and the walk will begin at 10. Registration forms are available at Citizen’s Bank’s main branch, First United Methodist Church of Batesville, and www.batesvillekiwanis.org.

Saturday 25, 2015

What: Ladies class (the wife God would have me to be)

When: April 25, 2015 10:30am

Where: Church of Christ in Quail Valley

We invite women of all ages to a class taught by Anne Stevens on the topic “ The Wife God would have me to be”. Visit our website for more information www.QVCOC.com or call us at 870-793-6700.

Friday thru Sunday 24-26, 2015

What: Basic Blacksmithing with Bob Patrick

When: April 24-26, 2015 9-4:30

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E. Main St. Mt. View

Both practical and artistic, the skill of blacksmithing is a creative full body experience. This workshop will cover all the fundamentals for first time forging. Students are invited to stay at instructor Bob Patrick’s magical mosaic house in Everton.

Saturday and Sunday 25-26, 2015

What: Intermediate Digital Photography with Ed Alexander

When: April 25-26, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School at 110 E. Main Street Mt. View

An extension of the Basic Digital this workshop will expand your knowledge so you can achieve creative artful photographs.

Jimmy Stevens from Seminole, Tx will be speaking on a variety of topics. For more information call 870-793-6700 or go to the web site www. QVCOC.com

Tuesday 28, 2015

What: Southside Town Meeting

When: April 28, 2015 6:30

Where: Allen Chapel Church Family Life Center

For the residents of the newly formed town of Southside, to discuss details of election of the city government of Southside.

MAY

Friday 1, 2015

What: Portfest Golf Tournament

When: May 1, 2015 1pm

Where: Newport Country Club

Teams will play 18 holes; the entry fee is $60 per twosome. If you wait and sign up the morning of the scramble the cost will be $70 per person, and $140 per team. Sign up will close at 11am or the first 36 twosomes to sign up. Proceeds will go toward the Portfest Festival.

Saturday 2, 2015

What: BladeSports National Finals Cutting Competition

When: May 2, 2015 10am

Where: Ozark Folk Center state Park in Mt. View

Tickets to the Craft Village at the Ozark Folk Center are $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12, children under 6 are free. There is no additional charge to watch the Competition.

Saturday 2, 2015

What: Business Expo

When: May 2, 2015 10-2

Where: Mountain View Courthouse Lawn

Mt. View Merchants Committee is hosting. The event is designed to make sure that everyone is aware of the unique and interesting businesses in the area. Registration is $25 with all proceeds designated for the July 4th Extravaganza and fireworks display. For more info or to register call 870-269-5955

Saturday 2, 2015

What: Mini Relay for Life by Batesville High School

When: May 2, 2015 5-9

Where: Batesville High School Pioneer Stadium

Wish upon a star as we wish upon a cure. Open to the public following the Color Run. Games, food, and door prizes available for all ages.

Saturday 2, 2015

What: Batesville March for Babies

When: May 2, 2015

Where: Southside High School Track

You can participate in the walk that helps moms have healthy pregnancies and saves babies’ lives by registering online at MarchForBabies.org. Join the fun and the fight for stronger, healthier babies. They’ll be the easiest steps you and your family will ever take!

Saturday 2, 2015

What: Main Street Farmers Market Opening

When: May 2, 2015 8am-12

Where: Main Street Batesville

Batesville’s Main Street Farmers Market will open for the 2015 season May 2 and will be open the first and third Saturdays of every month through November this year. The market will again set up in the Pocket Park on Main Street from 8am to noon on market days. For growers or food producers interested in learning about growing for the market there will be an information meeting held Tuesday march 17th at 5:30 at the 3rd Street Farm Store in Batesville. Please call 870-613-4588 to register. For other information call 208-869-1445

Presented by Cave City High School Senior Class of 2015, for fundraiser for the drug free graduation party. Shooters can be from ages 12 and over, each 5 person team will follow a 50 shot format, each shooter will shoot 25 targets. At the end of the round, event officials will tally scores and divide teams into evenly matched flights. Equipment needed: Shotgun, 3 boxes of shells ( #7.5 or #8 shot) and Eye and Ear protection. Contact Crystal Bradley 870-613-1419 or Jennifer Corter 870-283-2468 by April 21st to enter your team so we can prepare for the shoot. You can register the day of the shoot. Fee of $250 per team. Sponsors please contact us if interested in a sponsorship or to rent a spot to advertise at the tournament.

Saturday and Sunday 2-3, 2015

What: Flame and Facets- Glass Beads with Beau Anderson

When: May 2-3, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E Main Street Mt. View

Master Glass artist Beau Anderson is on tour from France and offering 2 classes to share his amazing talent with molten glass. He makes this mesmerizing art form is fun to learn.

The Humane Society is conducting a shoe collection drive through the week of May 4, to raise funds for dogs and cats spay/neuter assistance in Independence County. The goal is to collect 2,500 pairs of shoes to earn $1000. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used or new shoes, sandals, boots, etc., at the Bargain Hound Boutique (Tuesday through Saturday) at 228 Ramsey Street in Batesville. This would be a great project for schools, churches, or any other groups that would like to help the Humane Society.

Thursday 7, 2015

What: Extreme Couponing 202

When: May 7, 2015 6-8

Where: UACCB Main Campus Bldg, Room 240

Deann Castleberry will take extreme couponing to the next level. This class is for advanced shoppers. There will be a $15 Fee.

Thursday 7, 2015

What: National Day of Prayer

When: May 7, 2015 noon

Where: Batesville Municipal Building downtown (500 East main)

National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. The Batesville observance represents a Judeo Christian expression of the national observance, based on our understanding that this country was birthed in prayer and in reverence for the God of the Bible. There will be lunch provided by John 3:16 on the lawn of the Municipal Building before the observeance for those who would like to come early. For more information, contact Jennie Alexander 870-307-1342.

Friday -Sunday 8-10, 2015

What: Marbles and Pendants- Glass Ornaments with Beau Anderson

When: May 8-10, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E Main Street Mt. View

Master Glass artist Beau Anderson is on tour from France and offering 2 classes to share his amazing talent with molten glass. He makes this mesmerizing art form is fun to learn.

Friday 8, 2015

What: Batesville FCA basketball benefit

When: May 8, 2015 3pm

Where: Batesville High School Gym

What better way to raise money for BHS & BJHS athletes than some friendly competition? Cost per team is $250 (must be 18 & over). 2 Game guarantee, 15 min running clock, halves (clock stops last min each half), 30 sec penalty box in place of free throws. Deadline to sign up is May 6th. General admission $1, additional donations welcome at the gate, reasonable concession stand prices. All proceeds will go to help our athletes attend camps and other events throughout the 2015-2016 summer and school year. To sing up or more info contact Coach Kristi Wiles at 870-219-9041 or kwiles@batesvilleschools.org.

Saturday 9, 2015

What: Dutch Oven Breakfast Feast

When: May 9, 2015 9-11

Where: Davidsonville Historic State Park Pocahontas

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Davidsonville Historic State Park and make a breakfast feast with Dutchovens, including cinnamon rolls, biscuits, egg casserole, and pancakes. Admission is $13 per person and early registration is required. Call 870-892-4708 to sign up and for more details.

Saturday 9, 2015

What: Blood Drive

When: May 9, 2015 10-2

Where: Mt. Zion Lodge, Southside

Saturday 9, 2015

What: Pioneer Softball Camp

When: May 9, 2015

Where: North Complex on the softball fields

3rd-5th grade will be from 2-4, and 6th -8th grade will be from 4:30-6:30. The cost is free, donations are accepted. For more information email Coach Busby at aray@batesvilleschools.org.

The first session will teach the basic functions of the QuickBooks accounting software program and the second session will prepare businesses for an audit and what to expect during that process. Registration fees are $99 for one session or $150 for the entire day. To register for this training call Jamie Beck at 870-793-2378 or Jamie.beck@mybatesville.org.

Saturday 16, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: May 16, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

Saturday 16, 2015

What: Introduction to Papermaking by Debbie Jolly

When: May 16, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E. Main Street Mt. View

This one day workshop will teach you how to make beautiful new paper from recycled paper stock.

The course will provide educational training and learning flexibility for Independence County entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a business. The cost to enroll is $250, however, BACC is offering each course participant a $100 scholarship towards enrollment, which will decrease the cost to $150 for participants. The scholarship is being offered as part of an ongoing effort to connect with our area entrepreneurs. We want them to know that we can provide support and assist in connecting them with valuable business development resources that they may not otherwise realize exist. For more information call Jamie Beck at 870-1-793-2378

Monday 18, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: May 18, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesville

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

Monday thru Wednesday 18-20, 2015

What: Copper Coloring- Flame Painting with Skip and Racheal Mathews

When: May 18-20, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E Main Street Mt. View

No one else teaches this amazing technique of creating luminous color on copper with controlled heat.

Thursday 21, 2015

What: Grief Support Group

When: May 21, 2015 2pm

Where: First United Methodist Church 116 E. Jefferson Mountain View

Meetings are open to the public and free to attend. Grief support groups provide a safe place to share and be encouraged by others who have lost a loved one.

Friday and Saturday 22-23, 2015

What: 66th Annual Fulton county Homecoming Festival

When: May 22-23, 2015

Where: Salem

For more information call 870-371-0887

Friday thru Sunday 22-24, 2015

What: It doesn’t have to be round- The un-round turned wood bowl with Kip Powers

When: May 22-24, 2015

Where: Arkansas Craft School 110 E Main Street Mt. View

Kip easy going teaching style is inviting and thorough. This workshop he will show you how to make beautiful and refined square bowls turned on a lathe.

Saturday 23, 2015

What: Bulldog Blitz 5K

When: May 23, 2015 9am

Where: Quitman High School football Field

Prizes fastest male and female overall fastest in each, (10 year) age group, best Hawaiian costume. For more info or to sign up call Jennie Palmer at 501-472-8119 or palmer@quitman.k12.ar.us , fees are $20 for adults $15 for students 12th grade and under. Sponsored by Quitman FCCLA

One of our most popular classes David brings out your creativity while you play and learn basic ceramic techniques.

Saturday 30, 2015

What: Lil Bit Olympics

When: May 30, 2015 10

Where: Pioneer Stadium Batesville

The cost is $10 per child (boys and girls) ages 5-12. Events: long jump, soft ball throw, 50m dash (5-6 yr olds), 100m dash (7-10yr olds), 200m dash (5-10yr old), 400m dash (5-10yr olds), 800m run (5-1-yrs old), Dad 100m dash, and a mom and dad 200 relay. Athletes can enter and run one or all events. Introductions will be made before each race and displayed on the video board at Pioneer Stadium. Live broadcast on the Cube. com as well. Pioneer varsity cheerleaders will present ribbons after each race. Legends of Track will be there for an autograph session.

JUNE

Wednesday 10, 2015

What: Cyber Security Camp

When: June 10, 2015 8:30-12

Where: UACCB Maintenance Building 701

UACCB will offer a free half-day camp for students interested in the growing field of cyber security. Students entering grades 8 and 9 in the fall of 2015 are eligible to attend. The camp includes activities focused on cyber security topics: the interconnections of security, technology and computers; basic concepts of Alice computer programming; PC hardware repair; password recovery; and war walking activities. Due to limited seating, pre-registration is required. For more information or to register call 870-612-2082

Monday 15, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: June 15, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesville

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

Thursday 18, 2015

What: Grief Support Group

When: June 18, 2015 2pm

Where: First United Methodist Church 116 E. Jefferson Mountain View

Meetings are open to the public and free to attend. Grief support groups provide a safe place to share and be encouraged by others who have lost a loved one.

Saturday 20, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: June 20, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

JULY

Saturday 18, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: July 18, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

Monday 20, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: May 20, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesville

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

AUGUST

Saturday 15, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: August 15, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

Monday 17, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: August 17, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesville

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

SEPTEMBER

Saturday 19, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: September 19, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

Monday 21, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: September 21, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesvill

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

Saturday 26, 2015

What: Basic Outdoor Survival

When: September 26, 2015 9-12:30

Where: UACCB Nursing Allied Health Building, Room 902

Dan Nash, a professional mountain guide, will teach phase one of survival training. Training includes instruction on survival kits, the psychology of survival, shelter, water, fire and preparation for rescue. Classroom and field exercises include fire starting, water filtration and shelter construction. Bring a water bottle or container, two bandanas and a steel or magnesium fire striker. Field exercises to be held outdoors, rain or shine. Up to two minors (under 18) may attend the class for $5 each but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years of age with a fee of $32. For more information or to register call 870-612-2082 or Katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu

Saturday 26, 2015

What: Intermediate Survival

When: September 26, 2015 1-5

Where: UACCB Nursing Allied Health Building, room 902

Dan Nash, a professional mountain guide, will teach phase two of survival training. Training and field exercises include an overview of the Basic Survival Class followed by instruction in wilderness first-aid, orienteering, collecting wild edibles, the use of snares, dead falls, fish traps and surviving harsh weather environments. Adults (18 and up) need to bring a pocket knife and three feet of string. Field exercises to be held outdoors, rain or shine. Up to two minors (under 18) may attend the class for $5 each but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years of age with a fee of $32. For more information or to register call 870-612-2082 or Katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu

OCTOBER

Saturday 17, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: October 17, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

NOVEMBER

Monday 16, 2015

What: White River Area Parkinson’s Support Group

When: November 16, 2015 1:30

Where: Citizen’s Bank Annex Building located on College Street in Batesville

All patient’s caregivers, family, and friends are invited to attend. If you have any questions regarding this or any future meetings, call the support group leader, Joan Sellers, at 870-793-0067

Saturday 21, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: November 21, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you fell.

DECEMBER

Saturday 19, 2015

What: Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting

When: December 19, 2015 10am

Where: White River Health and Rehab next to UACCB

As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated. The caregiver Support group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you feel.